Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 404g - 120 x 67 x 49mm
- Released February 2016
- Old Model is Sony A6000
- Successor is Sony A6500
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony A6300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Galaxy Camera 2 was released 3 years earlier than the A6300 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the Galaxy Camera 2 grades against the A6300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony Alpha a6300. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Sony A6300
Galaxy Camera 2 | A6300 | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 922k | Crisper display (+115k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A6300 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
A6300 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Released | February 2016 | January 2014 | More modern by 25 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony A6300
Galaxy Camera 2 | A6300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).
Look at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 and Sony A6300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Galaxy Camera 2 vs the A6300.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 2 and A6300 is 90 and 83 respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 2 and A6300.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy Camera 2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A6300 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy Camera 2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 vs Sony A6300 Specifications
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Alpha a6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | Sony Alpha a6300 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-01-02 | 2016-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 425 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 4.8" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | HD Super Clear Touch Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.80 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction, Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 283g (0.62 pounds) | 404g (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") | 120 x 67 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1437 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Built-in | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $889 |